Vahedpur - Sami, Patan
Vahedpur is a village situated in the Sami taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sami and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Patan. Vahedpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vahedpur is 508994. The village covers a total geographical area of 883.91 hectares and falls under the 384245 pincode. Radhanpur is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Vahedpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Radhanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vahedpur
As per Census 2011, Vahedpur village has a total population of 1,796 people, consisting of 953 males and 843 females. The village has 326 households and a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 731 literate and 1,065 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Vahedpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,796 | 953 | 843 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 198 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 731 | 503 | 228 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,065 | 450 | 615 |
Nearby Villages of Vahedpur
Vahedpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Vahedpur
Public transport in the Vahedpur is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Radhanpur to Vahedpur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Vahedpur is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vahedpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vahedpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Vahedpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vahedpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Vahedpur
Where is Vahedpur located?
Vahedpur village is located in Sami Taluka, Patan district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Vahedpur?
Vahedpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Vahedpur?
The pincode of Vahedpur is 384245.
What is the population of Vahedpur?
Vahedpur has a total population of 1,796, including 953 males and 843 females.
How many households are there in Vahedpur?
There are 326 households in Vahedpur.
What is the literacy rate in Vahedpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vahedpur is 40.70%. Male literacy is 52.78% and female literacy is 27.05%.